Lagerstroemia fauriei x indica
This bush form of crepe myrtle features rich plum foliage and large fuchsia pink flowers.
Growth Rate
Moderate
Foliage
New foliage emerges plum-purple and matures to rich dark green, setting off the bright flowers.
Climate
Cool temperate to warm temperate.
Ornamental Fruit
Insignificant capsule.
Tree Habit
Rounded, dense shrub
Tree Size
Grows to 1.8m x 1.8m
Flowers
Large, full, fuchsia pink flowers are borne in large panicles. Bright yellow stamens are prevalent. Pruning flowers can encourage repeat flowering in summer.
Pruning
Dead heading may help reblooming.